Since, I suspect, the vote was by secret ballot, you can't thank individuals and you might be antagonizing those who didn't vote for you. So I would just make an announcement that can be entered into the minutes at the meeting where you are invested in the position to the effect that you appreciate the confidence of those that voted for you and plan to do the best job you can.

By the way, please take more care when choosing where to post here. I moved this from the Bereavement forum to a more appropriate forum.

I am 63 years old and reside in Califirnia. I am cashing out my 401k Retirement Plan. As far as the withholding election what percentage should I withhold for Federal Income Tax and do I need to withhold a percentage for my State Tax? If I elect not to any income tax what penalties might I incur...